At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive innovative product strategies and enhance Guardian journalism through tech partnerships.
- Company: Join the Guardian, a diverse and inclusive leader in fearless journalism.
- Benefits: 30 days annual leave, generous pension, private healthcare, and professional development support.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on personal growth and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in media while shaping the future of journalism with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in technical product management and strong understanding of AI in publishing.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting‑edge commercial professionals, and industry‑leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.
About the role
- Driving value extraction from Guardian journalism in new and novel ways via third party platforms and licensing engagements.
- Evolving CAPI (Content API) and the Open Platform as commercial products.
- Shaping AI readiness and provenance strategy for partnerships.
- Developing new routes to market and content marketplaces for our licensed content offerings.
- Co‑ordinating cross‑functional delivery across technical teams (product and engineering), providing technical support, feed management and optimisation to grow engagement/secure revenue growth.
About you
- Extensive experience in technical product management, ideally within digital media, publishing or commercial platforms.
- Strong understanding of AI and the opportunities/threats for the publishing industry.
- Proven track record of launching high‑impact products that drive direct commercial revenue.
- Proven technical product leadership abilities, including evidence of close partnership with engineering and data teams.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, capable of influencing across teams and functions.
- Data‑informed mindset with experience using performance metrics to guide decision‑making.
We actively encourage applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media.
Benefits at the Guardian
- You’ll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.
- Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8‑12% (depending on your age).
- We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving.
- Season ticket loans are also available.
- You are entitled to private healthcare, life cover, income protection, and eye tests.
- You can also opt in to dental insurance.
- We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place.
- We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.
Learning and development
We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.
Senior Product Manager - Technical employer: Guardian-News-
At the Guardian, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that champions diversity and inclusivity while delivering impactful journalism. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our generous benefits package, including 30 days of annual leave, a robust pension scheme, and comprehensive health support, alongside a culture that fosters continuous learning and professional development. Join us in a dynamic environment where your contributions will not only drive commercial success but also make a meaningful difference in the media landscape.
